hanushi, this is also the first time I baked something with pears...I agree, this is great when I have guests over :)

Hi Anonymous, I have never bought marsala, or coffee liquor...maybe you can try look for it at Carrefour suntec? their wine and liquor section is quite big.

Angelic Heart, the sugar pears taste good, soft and sweet, they are mini pears, I bought them at ntuc fairprice.

ChinnyChinChin, thanks for visiting. I am sorry I do not know much about photography. If you have read my earlier posts, you will know that I am still using a very old camera, and my photos are all point-and-shoot shots. I only know how to use the Auto-mode function ;) Sorry I am of not much help.

my gosh, this is such a cool idea. i see in the original recipe it's using self-rising flour. i don't have any on hand, so i'll just do what you and increase the amount of baking powder. I'm planning on making a big cake since i don't have any ramekins. i'll let you know how it turns out once i make it:)

Hey HHB!I've been following your blog for quite a while now but I'v always been so afraid to attempt breadmaking especially when I don't have a bread machine and I didn't have any time at all. Now that I'm on a sabbatical from work, I am so glad to get reacquainted with your blog - and yes, I've started making my own bread since! This creation is just beautiful! Can't wait to see more =)